Job Description
The Senior Financial Operations Analyst - Vaux ensures cost accounting accuracy, operational FP&A support, SI&OP financial alignment, and strong inventory control practices. This position partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to deliver reliable costing, actionable performance insights, and disciplined working-capital management.
The Senior Financial Operations Analyst - Vaux ensures cost accounting accuracy, operational FP&A support, SI&OP financial alignment, and strong inventory control practices. This position partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to deliver reliable costing, actionable performance insights, and disciplined working-capital management.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and enhance cost accounting processes to support accurate product and program profitability.
- Execute monthly close activities for manufacturing cost elements, including materials, labor, overhead, and related accruals.
- Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to analyze cost drivers, support productivity initiatives, and validate savings.
- Support governance of cost rollups, BOM/routing accuracy, and cost-impacting change management.
- Perform day-to-day inventory accounting, controls, and reconciliation activities across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
- Administer cycle counts, physical inventory procedures, and variance analysis to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Contribute to annual plans, rolling forecasts, and management reporting with a focus on cost, margin, and operational performance.
- Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, including cost analysis, inventory metrics, and KPI dashboards.
- Provide financial support to the SI&OP process by translating demand/supply plans into updated forecasts and working-capital expectations.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and SOX requirements related to cost and inventory processes.
- Identify and recommend process improvements and system enhancements within ERP and analytics tools.
- Build strong cross-functional partnerships and serve as a trusted financial resource to Operations, Supply Chain, and other key stakeholders.
- Other duties and projects, as assigned.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, required.
- 6 years of finance or accounting experience with exposure to cost accounting and inventory processes in a manufacturing, technology, logistics, or supply‑chain‑driven environment, preferred.
- Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, required.
- Familiar with Power BI or analytics tools is a plus.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, preferred.
- Solid understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory valuation concepts, and key operational performance metrics.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and collaborate effectively across functions.
- Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, internal controls, and supporting audit activities.
Other Details
Work Hours:
- Generally, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.
- Minimal (0%-25%)
- This is a salary position paid biweekly.
About Us
ArcBest Technologies, ArcBest's tech and innovation team, provides custom-built solutions and leading-edge technologies that help our customers successfully navigate the complex supply chain landscape. The team is made up of highly engaged, creative tech and analytics professionals who create smart solutions that help keep the global supply chain moving.
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